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GDY 508

2012 Volvo C30

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,151 mi
Last recorded77,151 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDY 508
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 77,151 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 72,341 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 66,940 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 62,352 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 58,070 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 54,962 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 51,282 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 44,227 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 44,227 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 37,019 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 30,113 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 22,741 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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GDY 508 is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 60,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDY 508, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDY 508?

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What year was GDY 508 registered?

GDY 508 is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is GDY 508 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDY 508 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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